We all know that drinking water on an empty stomach is good for you, but does it actually have any benefits in real life? In Japan, drinking water on an empty stomach is part of water treatment, which is scientifically proven in curing countless bodily ailments. It is their secret to good health and longevity. Some of the health benefits of this practice include:
1. Flushes Toxins from the Body
Your body repairs itself at night and expels toxins from your system. Drinking water first thing in the morning will flush out these harmful toxins and refresh your body. As you increase your morning water intake, your muscles and blood cells will be repaired and renewed more vigorously.
2. Improves Metabolism
Drinking water on an empty stomach will increase your metabolic rate by at least 24%. An increase in metabolic rate will improve digestion considerably because, drinking water immediately after waking up purifies the colon, enabling nutrients to be absorbed better.
3. Aids In Healthy Weight Management
An improvement in the digestion system will result in better weight management, since drinking water immediately after waking up reduces hunger cravings. This is a natural way to control your weight, so forget about pills or crazy diets!
4. Cures and Prevents Heartburn and Indigestion
Indigestion mostly occurs due to increased acidity in the stomach, while heartburn is due to acid reflux in your esophagus. Drinking water on an empty stomach will push the acids back into the stomach and be effectively diluted.
5. Improves Complexion and Skin Radiance
Drinking 500 ml of water on an empty stomach will increase blood flow to the skin and make it glow. Even consuming more water throughout the day will enable your body to release more toxins and improve your skin radiance.
6. Makes Hair Shiny, Smooth and Healthy
Dehydration can not only affect your skin but also seriously hinder hair health and growth. Drinking more water nourishes your hair just like it impacts the skin, and consuming water on an empty stomach can considerably improve the quality of your hair even more.
7. Strengthens the Immune System
Drinking water on an empty stomach will also flush and balance the lymphatic system, which in turn improves immunity. A strong immune system will fight viruses and infections and prevent you from falling sick more often.
Conclusion
While every person must take his or her needs into consideration when starting water therapy, here are some recommendations for consuming water in the morning and throughout the day:
· Immediately after waking up, drink one glass of water – and up to 4 glasses, if you can. Make sure that you do this on an empty stomach before brushing your teeth.
· Wait at least 45 minutes before eating breakfast.
· Make a habit of drinking water at least 30 minutes before eating.
· Avoid drinking water for about 2 hours after any meal.
If you cannot drink four glasses of water on an empty stomach, start with one and increase your intake gradually as your body becomes accustomed to this practice. You can also complement the benefits of water with combinations of lemon juice and apple cider vinegar in your morning intake.
